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Glover Vermont Almost Got Liberty | Montpelier News
Glover, Vermont, almost became home to the Statue of Liberty—yes, really. In the late 1800s, when New York couldn’t afford the pedestal, this artsy, quirky town stepped up, raising funds to host Lady Liberty on Lone Tree Hill overlooking Lake Parker. National Geographic recently revived the tale, sparking local debate: would the statue have made Glover iconic—or turned it into a tourist circus? Some say it would’ve been perfect; others fear the crowds. Today, the statue’s New York perch remains, but Glover’s charm endures, proving that sometimes, the path not taken still leads to something…
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